The UAE government has urged citizens not to travel to Europe

The UAE government has urged its citizens not to travel to European countries due to a sharp increase in theft and robbery cases. Those unable to cancel their trips were urged to be "extremely alert and cautious", with Spain, Georgia, Italy, Great Britain, France and Austria being the most dangerous countries for UAE citizens.

The government of the United Arab Emirates has urged its citizens not to travel to Europe due to the increase in cases of theft and robbery, Al-Arabiya reports.

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs called on those who are not ready to cancel their trip to be "extremely vigilant and careful", noting that Spain, Georgia, Italy, Great Britain, France and Austria are the most dangerous countries for UAE citizens.

Travelers planning to travel to Europe can be advised not to take valuables or rare items with them, keep documents in a safe in the hotel room, book hotels through reliable international services, tour the country with a guide and a special Foreign Office app for travelers and a phone number to call in case of emergency it was recommended to save the number.

The warning comes amid growing demand for travel to Europe as UAE residents hope to escape the summer heat.